Machine Learning vs Artificial Intelligence by Ayesha CuthbertArtificial intelligence and machine learning are two of the hottest buzzwords in technology right now. But these terms are not synonyms for one another. Understanding the unique definitions for each of these terms will be critical as artificial intelligence and machine learning become more common in learning and development applications.

The 5 Types of Subject Matter Experts and How to Deal with Them by Tim SladeMany elearning professionals have a love/hate relationship with subject matter experts. On one side, they are invaluable resources for developing solutions; on another side, well… let’s just say some SMEs can be a challenge. This very useful post examines some of the more common personas of a challenging SME, providing tips on how to deal with each one.

Different Types of Learning Theories – Understanding the Basics by Thais GomezI, like many, came into learning and development by accident. I was an expert who was assigned the responsibility to train others and quickly fell in love with the work. One of the biggest challenges I had early in my career was playing catch-up on foundational education and training knowledge, including learning theory. Posts like this would have been invaluable to me back then as it not only covers a number of the learning theories we discuss often but does so using a structure that compares apples to apples very well.

How to Take Criticism Well by Sabina NawazCriticism is a word with a lot of unfair baggage. It is a word that often carries negativity that has less to do with criticism itself and more on how it is delivered and/or received. The ability to get a critique of our work can be a great opportunity for growth if we are open to it. This post shares a number of tips that can help us look at criticism as an opportunity for growth.

35+ Definitions of What Quality Means in Content by Ann GynnAt its core, the purpose of marketing is not all that different from that of learning and development; in both cases, the content and experiences that are created have the goal of changing the behavior of a target audience. I find there’s much to learn in this overlapping space if you look at it through the right lens. This post represents an example. On the surface, this post shares tips on creating marketing content. Look at it deeper though, and you’ll discover that many of the tips can easily be applied to your work in L&D as well.

Virtual Reality Real-Time Use CasesVirtual reality is an exciting and fascinating technology, but many L&D professionals question whether or not there are real applications of the technology for training and education. That’s what makes posts like this that showcase case studies of the technology being used so important. The more examples we see as a community, the more we’ll be able to apply VR appropriately within our own unique contexts.

This is DevLearn

This year marks the 15th anniversary of DevLearn, the industry-leading conference and expo for learning and technology. DevLearn is where the industry gathers to look at what’s now, what’s new, and what’s next in learning and development. It’s the experience that allows us to advance the work we’re doing—together.

The website for this year’s event just launched. Check out the keynote lineup below, and visit the website to learn more about all of the workshops, co-located events, and more taking place at this year’s event.Registration for DevLearn 2019 is NOW OPEN, so make your plans to join us in Las Vegas this fall.

David Kelly is the Executive Vice President and Executive Director for The eLearning Guild’s face-to-face events and conferences. Prior to joining The eLearning Guild he has been an internal learning and performance consultant and training director for over 10 years in both the financial services and non-profit sectors. David has served as a local board member and national adviser to ASTD Chapters. He is active in the learning community, and often speaks at industry conferences and events. In 2011, the eLearning Council voted him one of the 10 most influential eLearning bloggers for his blog, “Misadventures in Learning.” He is also known for his curation efforts, especially related to conferences and events for learning and performance professionals.

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TWIST is the official blog of The eLearning Guild. Posts on this blog will offer insights, ideas, perspectives, and discussion on the current trends in the learning industry, the technologies used to support learning and performance, happenings at the Guild, tips for professional development, and much more. Each post will include the personal ‘twist’ of the writers, including members of the Guild team and guest bloggers from the Guild community.